Human Resources Manager

Our esteemed client in Brighton, Colorado is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Human Resources Manager to join their team. Reporting to the Vice President of Human Resources, this role serves as a strategic partner to designated business units, providing leadership and guidance across all facets of Human Resources.

This is a dynamic opportunity for an HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment and is passionate about driving positive workplace culture, talent development, and operational excellence.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and managers on HR policies, employee relations, performance issues, and workplace concerns
• Implement and manage HR programs including talent acquisition, onboarding, employee development, and performance management
• Maintain and optimize the HRIS system; ensure integrity and confidentiality of employee records and data
• Partner with business leaders to support organizational goals and workforce planning
• Lead recruitment and onboarding efforts to build a qualified and diverse talent pipeline
• Administer compensation and benefits programs in coordination with corporate HR
• Manage employee relations matters, conduct investigations, and ensure consistent application of policies
• Oversee Workers’ Compensation claims and collaborate with insurance carriers and leadership on return-to-work and case resolution
• Support organizational change initiatives and champion internal communication, recognition, and engagement programs
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and HR best practices
• Participate in audits, continuous improvement initiatives, and cross-functional HR projects

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum 3+ years of HR management experience
  , preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations (FMLA, ADA, COBRA, and state-specific labor laws)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and HRIS systems (Success Factors or similar)
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and efficiency
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP/SCP)
  strongly preferred
• Experience in both union and non-union environments preferred
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus

• Ascendo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability